With the door in place, can you still use the door to go in and out without completely removing it?
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I can, because the cat door has a way of staying put, so it doesn't just fall out when you slide open a door. It has worked out well for me. I like the way you can control the in/out activity. I'd recommend the door.
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Yes, the pet door locks in position. Your slider works as always. They provide a new locking mechanism for itb but I chose to just use a piece of PVC in the track to secure it.
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I think it would depend on how you install it. If you have it so the springs loaded in the top hold it in place, then yes you can still use the door. Since it doesn't have a lock once installed, I generally leave a dowel in the track so the slider can't move and go in and out the other door. Also, this door came with no weather stripping, which other doors I've used have provided. So, you may have the concern of how to stop the air from passing between the two panels of the glass doors while the pet door is installed. For what it's worth, the cats have mastered it and it's their go-to way to go from the kitchen to the lanai, I think it would depend on how you install it. If you have it so the springs loaded in the top hold it in place, then yes you can still use the door. Since it doesn't have a lock once installed, I generally leave a dowel in the track so the slider can't move and go in and out the other door. Also, this door came with no weather stripping, which other doors I've used have provided. So, you may have the concern of how to stop the air from passing between the two panels of the glass doors while the pet door is installed. For what it's worth, the cats have mastered it and it's their go-to way... » Read More I think it would depend on how you install it. If you have it so the springs loaded in the top hold it in place, then yes you can still use the door. Since it doesn't have a lock once installed, I generally leave a dowel in the track so the slider can't move and go in and out the other door. Also, this door came with no weather stripping, which other doors I've used have provided. So, you may have the concern of how to stop the air from passing between the two panels of the glass doors while the pet door is installed. For what it's worth, the cats have mastered it and it's their go-to way to go from the kitchen to the lanai, « Show Less
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I've never tried but I suppose you could. However because of the door it would be pretty shallow.
1259108
You can still open the door but it will drag on the carpet. It might be annoying.
991629
I would say yes ... I tried using a normal door, but the door kept on opening ... I use an external door and that is fine.
2114161
probably (if you want to go to the trouble of unscrewing it from your door frame. But it is hardly noticeable when it's closed so you wouldn't really need to take it down.
71472
You don't have to remove the door, however, there may be some prep work for installing the hinge shield section. In my doors, I didn't use the hinge shield because in my personal experience, I've never seen a door kicked in at the hinges. Not saying it couldn't happen, but I've never seen it.
1969179
Hi! You can flip the door completely up on top of the box so it stays open all the time. You would not need to remove the door :)I hope this helps!Tracy
1718673
I did not bolt my in so I could easily remove it for cleaning. I have two dogs that use the door, including a large and clumsy standard poodle, and I have not had problems with the panel remaining in place.
1545328
No, the door doesn't need to be installed, but there are pre-cut notches for the hinges that would be exposed on one side.
2246846
No. You can remove it and it also has a lock so that when you do use it you can lock it in place.
1349987
Yes you can remove the gate very quickly when not in use. I also can open it with one hand if needed.
30339
Yes, you can make the door open either way. Directions are extremely confusing however it can be done
2246833
Yes, only when you are outside it can be shut all the way. No from when I'm inside, the doggy door does not allow the door to close the entire way.
1183755
Yes you can. But of course you will have to use a little more force to close the door, but it will stay closed.
500510
I, no longer own one..but, I do believe that you have to take it off the door. Access is in the back.
442648
Yes, as long as it fits through your door frame. If not, you can remove one side which involves unscrewing the bolts. It's much easier to do with two people because once the side if off, it's a little awkward to carry.
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Probably not because you have to screw it in the door or else it moves whenever you open/close the door.